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Specification
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Definitions
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Definitions (cont…)
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Purpose of Specifications
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Purpose of Specifications (cont…)
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Types of Specifications
2. Performance specifications
4. Master specifications
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Types of specifications (cont…)
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Types of specifications (cont…)
A. Material specifications:
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Types of specifications (cont…)
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Types of specifications (cont…)
B. Workmanship specifications
This type of specification indicate the desired
results that need to be achieved in the works so
that the contractor has the option of selecting
the construction methods, to achieve the stated
results.
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Types of specifications (cont…)
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Types of specifications (cont…)
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Types of specifications (cont…)
Performance specifications,
Such types of specification, define the
performance requirements for machinery and
plant operating equipment.
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Types of specifications (cont…)
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Types of specifications (cont…)
Master specifications
some agencies prepare their own master
specifications to be adapted for each required
works, by deleting certain sections.
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Specification Writing
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Specification Writing (cont…)
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Specification Writing (Cont…)
In general a specification should address issues such as;
Defining the extent of the works
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Specification Writing (Cont…)
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Specification Writing (Cont…)
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Planning specifications (cont…)
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Planning specifications (cont…)
Earth Works.
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Planning specifications (cont…)
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Planning specifications (cont…)
General. Requirements
Description and Scope of works
Related documents
Summary of the specific works
References and standards etc
Specific Requirements,
Any requirements to be adhered to in the specific
work area
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Planning specifications (cont…)
Standards
Testing
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Planning specifications (cont…)
Method of Payment
Method of payments, unit rates etc.
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Thank you!
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